Our Work
The Equality State Policy Center is a non-partisan coalition-based organization. We advance fair elections and transparent government in support of all Wyoming communities. Democracy works better for all hard-working Wyomingites when it is inclusive and accessible to all citizens.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING
The Equality State Policy Center (ESPC) strives to grow citizen awareness, ignite passion, and open doors for Wyomingites to participate in the democratic process. Our public educational programming ranges from practical guidance around civic engagement to deep dives into aspects of Wyoming’s voting process, tax structure, Wyoming legislative sessions, and other relevant current topics as they arise bringing ESPC one step closer to transparent government and fair elections.
People’s Review Live!: A recurring series throughout the year that brings subject matter experts on Wyoming's most significant policy issues to the people of Wyoming.
Tax Facts: Lunch & Learn: A recurring series with ESPC’s partner, Wyoming Tax Facts to bring tax topics and experts to converse with the people of Wyoming.
SHAPE WY: A yearly event that brings Wyomingites together for a citizen lobbyist training. This training equips individuals with the tools to advocate on behalf of their personal passion topics and communicate with their elected officials, particularly the Wyoming Legislature.
RUN WY: A nonpartisan training for campaign managers and candidates for public office to learn the basics of becoming a candidate and the skills to effectively run a candidate campaign in the state of Wyoming.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Through Equality State Policy Center’s (ESPC) educational programming and special projects, we encourage civic engagement for everyday Wyomingites. Wyoming is a stronger community when citizens participate in civic life by voting, serving on boards, participating in state and local government, and communicating constructively with elected and appointed officials whose decisions impact citizens’ lives.
The Chair Project: Every Wyomingite deserves a seat at the table. ESPC launched The Chair Project in 2022 with the mission of increasing civic engagement and voter education within Hispanic and Latino communities across Wyoming. Recognizing the vital importance of these communities in the state's social and political landscape, The Chair Project strives to ensure that every voice is heard and valued.
Voting in Wyoming: As an organization focused on fair elections, ESPC stays up-to-date on voting changes in Wyoming. It is essential that our state’s elections are accessible, inclusive, and transparent. Showing up at the polls for primary, general, and special elections is a crucial avenue for every Wyoming citizen to express their voice and shape Wyoming’s present for the future.
POLICY AND RESEARCH
Through rigorous research and advocacy, the Equality State Policy Center (ESPC) aimshelps to safeguard the integrity and accessibility of our elections and promote accountability within Wyoming’s government ensuring honesty and respect for the rights and freedoms of all Equality State communities.
Policy: ESPC spends time at the Wyoming Legislative Session, participates in rulemaking processes of the executive branch, and keeps an eye on the judicial branch for any changes with the potential to threaten or strengthen fair elections and government transparency.
Research: Research is important to understand the nuance of Wyoming policy and successes in the fair election and transparent government arena. ESPC is fortunate to partner with organizations on our research projects.
NEWS
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